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spouted

[spaʊtɪd]

spouted Definition

  • 1to speak in a pompous or self-important manner
  • 2to discharge (liquid) in a continuous stream or jet
  • 3to emerge forcefully from a confined space

Using spouted: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "spouted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The politician spouted his usual rhetoric during the debate.

  • Example

    The fountain spouted water high into the air.

  • Example

    The whale spouted water from its blowhole.

  • Example

    The tea kettle spouted steam from its spout.

spouted Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for spouted

Antonyms for spouted

Phrases with spouted

  • to speak one's mind in a loud, opinionated, or aggressive manner

    Example

    He spouted off about politics at the dinner party.

  • to say something quickly and without thinking carefully

    Example

    She spouted out a bunch of nonsense when she was nervous.

  • spout up

    to suddenly appear or become visible

    Example

    The sun spouted up over the horizon.

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Summary: spouted in Brief

The verb 'spouted' [spaʊtɪd] has three main definitions: speaking in a pompous or self-important manner, discharging liquid in a continuous stream or jet, and emerging forcefully from a confined space. Examples include 'The politician spouted his usual rhetoric during the debate,' and 'The fountain spouted water high into the air.' The phrase 'spout off' means to speak one's mind in a loud, opinionated, or aggressive manner.